Psychology Courses and Careers

What you study in psychology

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. A typical path is a BA or BSc in Psychology, followed by a master's (MA or MSc) and, for some careers, further specialised study. Programmes cover areas such as cognitive, social, developmental, and clinical psychology, along with research methods.

Main specialisations and careers

Psychology leads to several paths, including clinical and counselling psychology, organisational (industrial) psychology, research and academia, and applied roles in education, human resources, and user research. Each path may need different further study.

• Clinical and counselling psychology
• Organisational / industrial psychology
• Research and academia
• Applied roles in education, HR, and UX research

Practising in regulated areas

Some roles — particularly clinical psychology — require specific recognised qualifications and registration with the relevant statutory body before you can practise. The exact requirements are set officially and can change, so anyone aiming for a regulated clinical role should confirm the current path with the official regulator.

How to begin

Start with a psychology degree, explore the specialisations through electives and projects, and check the official requirements early if you are aiming at a regulated path like clinical psychology. This guide describes courses and careers only — it offers no clinical advice and quotes no earnings.